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At a Glance
- Meaning
- He has heard
- Origin
- Hebrew (historically conflated with a Greek name and, in English, with Germanic Sigmund)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- SY-mun
Simon is a boy's name with Hebrew roots, historically linked with a Greek name and, in English, with the Germanic name Sigmund. Its meaning is "he has heard," and it's pronounced SY-mun. It carries a vintage feel with warmth built in.
Meaning & Origin of Simon
Meaning: He has heard.
Origin: Hebrew (historically conflated with a Greek name and, in English, with Germanic Sigmund).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Simon
SY-munIPA /ˈsaɪmən/
Popularity of Simon
Simon reached its peak popularity in 1886 at #142 with 97 babies given the name; by 2024 it ranked #252 with 1,402 babies, showing it's held on with far greater numbers than in its earliest recorded years.
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These names share Simon’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Simon mean?
He has heard. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Simon?
Simon is pronounced SY-mun (IPA: /ˈsaɪmən/).
Is Simon a popular name right now?
Simon peaked at #142 in 1886 and is ranked #252 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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